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Tump shows he “doesn’t really have a plan” for Middle East
Rami Khouri, comments on Trump saying that “all hell” will break loose if Hamas doesn’t release Israeli captives.
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The “broader legacy” of Jean-Marie Le Pen and France’s far right
Hugo Drochon, talks about the death of French far-right politician, Jean-Marie Le Pen
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Japanese crime boss admits to conspiring to sell nuclear material to Iran
Takeshi Ebisawa faces a maximum punishment of life in prison after pleading guilty to six counts in a Manhattan court.
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Young Professionals Briefing: Securing the Future—Navigating Careers in Defense and National Security
Panelists discuss careers in defense and security within the U.S. government and the many forms they can take.
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Chad say military foiled armed assault on presidential complex, 19 killed
The attack came just hours after China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with government officials in the capital N'Djamena
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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,050
Here are the key developments on the 1,050th day of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
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Brazil marks the anniversary of the January 8 attack on its capital
President Lula attended the event to denounce the 'coup' against him, led by supporters of Jair Bolsonaro.
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As Trump talks up trade war with China, fears rise for rare earths supply
Beijing dominates the production of critical elements used in the production of electronics, vehicles and weapons.
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Barcelona defeat Athletic without Olmo to reach Spanish Super Cup final
Barcelona reach the final of the Spanish Super Cup with a 2-0 win against Athletic Bilbao in Saudi Arabia.
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Distinguished Voices Series With H.R. McMaster
Lt. General (ret.) H.R. McMaster discusses his new book, At War with Ourselves: My Tour of Duty in the Trump White House, and the geopolitical dynamics that the second Trump Administration will confront.
The Distinguished Voices Series focuses particular attention on the contributions made by a prominent individual at a critical juncture in the history of the country or the world.
If you wish to attend virtually, log-in information and instructions on how to participate during the question and answer portion will be provided the evening before the event to those who register.
Please note the audio, video, and transcript of this hybrid meeting will be posted on the CFR website.
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US Fed officials expected slower rate cuts in 2025, say December minutes
Minutes of the December meeting show a division on decision to cut rates and the 0.25 percent cut was 'close call'.
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How is Sudan’s conflict worsening the humanitarian crisis?
Half of Sudan's population faces acute food shortages.
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‘We must stand together’: European leaders warn Trump over Greenland threat
Trump's refusal to rule out using military force, economic coercion to seize island causes disquiet, calls for unity.
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Russian strike kills 13 in Ukraine’s Zaporizhzhia
The attack came hours after Ukraine’s military struck a depot deep inside Russia.
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Industry groups sue over Biden ban on medical debt in credit reports
Consumer watchdog said new rule would lead to rising credit scores and an additional 22,000 low-cost mortgages annually.
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Fourth wildfire erupts in Los Angeles as flames rapidly spread
Four separate wildfires have now been reported in the Los Angeles area.
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Israeli attacks kill dozens in Gaza as ceasefire talks continue
Death toll rises as Gaza healthcare further collapses, deadly raids continue in occupied West Bank.
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The China-Russia Relationship and Its Global Implications
The relationship between Russia and the People’s Republic of China continues to dominate headlines, news stories, and conversations in the American foreign policy community. Analysts continue to discuss the quality and depth of the relationship, how it’s perceived around the world, and what, if anything, the United States can do about it.
The CFR China Strategy Initiative is pleased to invite members to the inaugural meeting of its China 360 program: a two-part event on China-Russia Relations. Robert D. Blackwill and Richard Fontaine, in a keynote session, discuss their new Council Special Report, No Limits? The China-Russia Relationship and U.S. Foreign Policy. Following their insights, CFR experts discuss the view and implications of Beijing and Moscow’s relationship for the rest of the world.
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US Justice Department to release only part of Trump investigation report
It's unlikely that the rest of the report, on the mishandling of classified documents, will be released under Trump.
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Rebel leader tells Al Jazeera they’re ‘fighting for survival’ in DR Congo
M23 leader Bertrand Bisimwa has told Al Jazeera that the rebel group’s fight in eastern DR Congo is one for survival.
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